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Joseph B. Wirthlin

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As we progress and become more like the Savior, the quotes suggest we can lift up families and friends. They highlight the Savior’s selfless service and the idea that building righteous homes is like constructing a fortress of protection. The tone mixes spiritual growth with practical effort.

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Joseph Bitner Wirthlin was an American businessman and religious leader who served as a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints from 1986.

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About Joseph B. Wirthlin

He was sustained to the Twelve on October 4, 1986, and ordained an apostle on October 9, 1986, by Thomas S. Monson after the death of church president Spencer W. Kimball. As a member he was accepted by church members as a prophet, seer and revelator.

Quotes by Joseph B. Wirthlin

Today is the day of decision.

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Day

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Lying, stealing, and cheating are commonplace.

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Cheating

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Every day is an adventure.

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Adventure

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Our integrity determines what we really are.

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Gauchos are like cowboys in the United States.

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Cowboy

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Lucifer is a master at gradual deception.

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Deception

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You are stronger than you think.

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Strength

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Kindness is the essence of greatness.

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Essence

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Remember this: debt is a form of bondage. It is a financial termite.

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Bondage

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Our families should gather for family prayer morning and night.

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Families

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Success results when preparation meets opportunity.

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Opportunity

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All evils to which so many become addicted begin in the mind and in the way one thinks.

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President Eyring is a wise, learned, and spiritual man.

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We are commanded to seek out those who are lost. We are to be our brother's keeper.

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Brother

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Perhaps the best-known Old Testament example of perseverance is the story of Job.

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Everyone has wondered if his or her life will ultimately be a happy one.

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Most of us don't mind doing what we ought to do when it doesn't interfere with what we want to do, but…

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Discipline

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There is no substitute for kindness in the home. This lesson I learned from my father. He always listened to my mother's…

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Advice

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Love is the greatest of all the commandments-all others hang upon it. It is our focus as followers of the living Christ.…

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Christ

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Wherever I go throughout the world - no matter the language, no matter the culture - I thrill to hear the testimonies…

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Culture

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I have known exceptional people who have endured severe trials while others, at least on the surface, seem to have lived charmed…

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If television viewing choices serve as a valid measure of our society, they who choose evil surely are more numerous than they…

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Choices

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Don't be discouraged if the answer to your prayer does not come immediately. Study, ponder, and pray, sincerely having faith, and live…

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My parents taught me to react quickly when temptation comes and to say 'No!' instantly and emphatically. I recommend that same counsel…

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As we give of our time, talents and resources to tend the needs of the sick, offer food to the hungry and…

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Ability

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The Godhead consists of three separate, distinct personages who are one in purpose. The Father and the Son have tangible bodies of…

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To me, integrity means always doing what is right and good, regardless of the immediate consequences. It means being righteous from the…

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Actions

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Great sculptors and artists spend countless hours perfecting their talents. They don't pick up a chisel or a brush and palette, expecting…

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Art

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In the first century A.D., members of the growing Church in Corinth were enthusiastic about the gospel. Almost all were recent converts…

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The gift of the Holy Ghost, which is the right to receive the Holy Ghost as a constant companion, is obtained only…

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Authorized

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Our destiny and ultimate fate depend upon our daily decisions. . . .Tomorrow's joy or tomorrow's despair has its roots in decisions…

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Always waiting

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Perseverance means to continue in a given course until we have reached a goal or objective, regardless of obstacles, opposition, and other…

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“I remember when one of our daughters went on a blind date. She was all dressed up and waiting for her date…

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Blind date

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Each one of us will travel a different road during this life. Each progresses at a different rate. Temptations that trouble your…

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Brother

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The rewards of integrity are immeasurable. One is the indescribable inner peace and serenity that come from knowing we are doing what…

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Absence

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We should be patient in developing and strengthening our testimonies. Rather than expecting immediate or spectacular manifestations, though they will come when…

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Another activity that can detract us from the proper way is watching television excessively or viewing improper movies. While fine productions on…

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Our Heavenly Father loves each one of us and understands that this process of climbing higher takes preparation, time, and commitment. He…

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Climbing

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“You might be surprised to know that gratitude is a commandment of the Father. ‘Thou shalt thank the Lord thy God in…

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Commandment

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Every home is a house of learning either for good or otherwise. Family members may learn to be obedient, honest, industrious, self-reliant,…

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Bible

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